CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it

CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 02/27/0805:56 PM

This is an official invite to all that would like to attend my Piano Party planned for April 12th, 2008 out here on Long Island, New York. Many of you came last year when I was celebrating the installation of the Wapin Bridge in my Mason CC2 Concert Grand, and the acquisition of my Bubinga 190 Estonia from Ori. We had a terrific time, with some incredible players enjoying my pianos and Indian Food to boot!! This year I have done additional MAJOR work on the keyset and action of the CC2. I had a whole new keyset custom built for it by Roseland Piano in Oregon. Then I had it shipped to Roy Peters, in Cincinnati, for installation of all of David Stanwood's latest, most cutting edge action modifications, including magnetic balanced action, copper (instead of lead) frontweights, anodized aluminum capstans (highly polished and never pit or oxidize), and a really terrific modification that can be made to any existent jack that can make the repetition speed and control noticeably improved. Combine all these innovations into a full Stanwood Precision Touch Design, and my CC2 has become a one of a kind instrument....David Stanwood has assured me that this is the first instrument on the planet to incorporate all of his latest innovations!! Roy drove out last month to deliver the end product and I am completely amazed at the result. I want as many people as possible to come down and enjoy both the CC2 and the Estonia 190. David Stanwood will be here and is arranging to have reporters from a major keyboard magazine come as well to do a feature article on the CC2. Roy Peters will be trying to get here as well. Please PM me if you'd like to come and I will send out directions and more info. I am about 60 miles east of NYC on Long Island, for those of you unfamiliar with this part of NY. Hope to see/meet many of you in April!!

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 02/27/0808:52 PM

CC2&CL... what an amazing evening you are presenting to your guests!

Maybe I can band togther a few local members for a PW excursion. (???)

I was actually looking at a map of LI the other day and wondering if it might be worth taking the car ferry over from Bridgeport, CT but not sure if it would be worth going that route. Frank has always wanted to have a PW cruise setup. A ferry boat might be good for a starter!!!

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 02/28/0807:17 AM

Terrytunes,Hi. Actually, the Bridgeport to Port Jefferson Ferry is the best route, since it lets you off in Port Jeff about four miles from my home. I think that's the way Frank is going to come. Lilylady might also be someone to hook up with from your neck of the woods, as far as carpooling, if she is free to come. I would welcome a New England contingent.

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Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 02/28/0810:33 AM

Bernard,Sure hope you can make it. It won't be the same without your presence. I promise you'll enjoy both pianos even more than last year....in fact, as I recall, you never even got to play the Estonia 190. We'll definitely make sure that you get some good playing time in on both this time around. I'm starting the party earlier this year and it will go on until whenever. Having David Stanwood and the reporter from the magazine there will be an added treat. Looking forward to seeing you, and hearing you play, Bernard!

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/08/0812:45 PM

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/08/0803:16 PM

Hi FrankI would like to try and come to Sat's party. I am working during the day and am wondering when people start coming and going? I live in Manhatten and if anyone is driving or taking the train from here...... ThanksDebra feiger

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/08/0803:34 PM

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Originally posted by feigede: Hi FrankI would like to try and come to Sat's party. I am working during the day and am wondering when people start coming and going? I live in Manhatten and if anyone is driving or taking the train from here...... ThanksDebra feiger [/b]

Hi Debra,

I believe the festivities begin at 3:00.

It looks like Bernard will be coming down from Manhattan, you might try sending him a PM.

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Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/08/0810:27 PM

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Originally posted by feigede: Hi FrankI would like to try and come to Sat's party. I am working during the day and am wondering when people start coming and going? I live in Manhatten and if anyone is driving or taking the train from here...... ThanksDebra feiger [/b]

Hi Debra, I'm going by LIRR (and I think RealPlayer may also be taking the train). I'm thinking about catching a 2pm -ish train but I haven't checked the schedules yet. Let me see what's available and I'll post back here tomorrow. Perhaps the three of us can meet up at Grand Central and ride out together. That would be cool.

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/08/0810:29 PM

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Originally posted by feigede: Hi BernardI'm in NYC for two weeks and would like to try and go to the party Sat if I can finish work early enough. What time are you leaving and from where in Manhatten?thanksDebra [/b]

Debra, I'll be OK leaving a little later if that makes it easier for you. Let me know what time is best for you. I'm going to go check schedules now. ...

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/11/0809:43 PM

I live in NYC and would like to come. I don't know anyone on here but am interested in meeting. I just PMed CC2 at the last minute because I thought I had something else to do tomorrow and couldn't make it---turns out it was cancelled.

But in case he/(she?) doesn't sign on and get the message, can someone else who is going PM me with the address and time? I would be driving from Queens right across the LI border. I don't think it's too bad of a schlep.

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/11/0811:21 PM

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Originally posted by Doogs: I live in NYC and would like to come. I don't know anyone on here but am interested in meeting. I just PMed CC2 at the last minute because I thought I had something else to do tomorrow and couldn't make it---turns out it was cancelled.

But in case he/(she?) doesn't sign on and get the message, can someone else who is going PM me with the address and time? I would be driving from Queens right across the LI border. I don't think it's too bad of a schlep. [/b]

Doogs: Hope to see you there if you can make it. I will be in Setauket early in the day, but I figured out a way to get there from the Emma Clark Library.

Re: CC2's Piano Party on Long Island-Don't miss it - 04/13/0803:16 PM

I had a great time there. CC2 has two of the most powerful pianos I heard to date. He did a great job on the action of the Mason and Hamlin.

The Indian food was delicious (found out it was from the Curry Club in Setauket, not far from Stony Brook University).

I admit that playing piano involves more muscles than you think (I did not realize your back and neck muscles had to be relaxed, and my posture can use improvement). This explains my struggle to reach the keys at times, and I thank everyone who pointed this out to me.

The important lesson I learned is to start slow and build up speed. I imagined many of us went through this as well. :rolleyes:

Still recovering from a late night (left around 9:45pm(last one to leave) and got home within 35 minutes (traffic was light on the LIE and the parkways). Perhaps I should had a cup of coffee before I left, but was OK as I had the window opened and the nice gentle breeze blowing on my face as I was driving.